Toronto Raptors vs. Philadelphia 76ers

Toronto Raptors vs. Philadelphia 76ers

Joe
Date: March 20, 8:30 pm
Location: Wells Fargo Center
TV: SN

Betting Odds

Point Spread: TOR +5.5/PHI -5.5
Moneyline: Raptors +175/Sixers -210
Total: 223.5

<p>The Philadelphia 76ers host the Toronto Raptors in an Eastern-Conference matchup. Tip-off is set for 08:30 PM ET at the Wells Fargo Center.</p>
<h2>Probable Starting Lineups</h2>
<p><b>Toronto Raptors</b> PG Fred VanVleet, SG Gary Trent, SF Scottie Barnes, PF Pascal Siakam, C Khem Birch</br><br />
<b>Philadelphia 76ers</b> PG James Harden, SG Tyrese Maxey, SF Matisse Thybulle, PF Tobias Harris, C Joel Embiid Q</p>
<h2>Key Injuries</h2>
<p><b> Toronto Raptors </b><br />
Malachi Flynn: Hamstring (OUT)<br />
OG Anunoby: Finger (OUT)<br />
David Johnson: Knee (OUT)</p>
<p><b> Philadelphia 76ers </b><br />
Joel Embiid: Back (QUESTIONABLE)</p>
<h2>Recent Form</h2>
<p>The Toronto Raptors come into this game with an overall record of 39-31, placing them 7th in the Eastern Conference. So far, Toronto is above .500 on the road, holding a record of 22-15. Over their last five games, the Raptors have played well, picking up 4 wins. During this stretch, Toronto is averaging 117.0 points per game, 8.0 points more than their season average of 109.0. This uptick in offensive play has come while playing a group of opponents who are collectively giving up 110.0 points per contest. Even though Toronto has been picking up wins, their opponents have had no trouble scoring the ball, averaging 112.0 points per game, up from the Raptors' usual rate of 107.5. In the Toronto Raptors' most recent game, the team fell to the LA Lakers by a score of 128-123.</p>
<p>The Philadelphia 76ers come into this game with an overall record of 43-26, placing them 2nd in the Eastern Conference. So far, Philadelphia is above .500 at home, holding a record of 20-15. The 76ers have played well over their last five games, picking up 3 wins. In this stretch, Philadelphia's offense is scoring right in line with their season average, putting up 111.0 points per game. Combined, the 76ers' last five opponents are giving up 108.0 points per contest. Even though the 76ers have been adding to the win column, their opponents have had no trouble scoring the ball, averaging 114.0 points per game, up from Philadelphia's usual rate of 106.7. In the Philadelphia 76ers' most recent game, Philadelphia took down Dallas by a score of 111-101.</p>
<h2>Individual Player Analysis</h2>
<p>As Toronto travels to take on the Philadelphia 76ers, the Raptors' leading scorer is Pascal Siakam. Through 57 games, Siakam is averaging 21 points. On the season, he has surpassed his season average in 49.0% of his games. So far, the 76ers are allowing their opponent's top scorer to surpass their season average in 48.21% of their games, placing them 11th among NBA defenses. On the other side, Joel Embiid leads the 76ers in scoring, averaging 30 points across his 56 games. Throughout the season, Embiid has outscored his season average in 54.0% of his outings. On the season, the Raptors have allowed their opponent's top scorer to surpass their season average in 48.33% of their games, giving them a rank of 12nd among NBA defenses.</p>
<h2>Matchup Analysis</h2>
<p>Heading into this matchup, the Philadelphia 76ers are the more efficient team on both ends of the court. This scenario has taken place in 12 of Philadelphia's 71 games, leading to a winning percentage of 83%. So far, the Toronto Raptors have played 10 games as the inferior offensive and defensive unit. In these instances, they have lost 10 times, by an average margin of -13.0 points.</p>
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<h2>The Historicals</h2>
<p>Heading into today's matchup, the Toronto Raptors and Philadelphia 76ers have met up for two games. In their last meeting, Philadelphia picked up a 114-109 win.</p>
<h2>How the Public is Betting the Raptors vs 76ers</h2>
<p>67% are betting the Sixers against the spread.<br></p>
<p>52% are wagering on the game to go over the posted total of 223.5</p>
<h2>Betting Trends Worth Noting</h2>
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<li>Raptors are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 road games vs. a team with a winning home record.</li>
<li>Raptors are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 road games.</li>
<li>76ers are 4-1-1 ATS in their last 6 games playing on 1 days rest.</li>
<li>76ers are 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games as a home favorite.</li>
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Raptors vs. Sixers Prediction ATS

Heading into this matchup, keep an eye on the injury report, as OG Anunoby is already listed as out for the Raptors, and Joel Embiid is questionable with a back injury for Philly. Going into the game, the Sixers are tied for 2nd in the Eastern Conference, sitting 3 games behind the Heat. With Toronto coming into the game as the 7th seed, there is a chance that these two groups could see each other in the first round. This matchup features two team's looking to play at opposing seeds, with Toronto hoping to speed things up. On the other side, the Sixers average the fewest field goal attempts per game. Even if Embiid is able to play, I expect the team to be careful with his minutes, I like Toronto to cover at 5.5 points.

Free Pick: Take the Toronto Raptors
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